11665. In The Bliss Of Old Predicted

1 In the bliss of old predicted,
Heav’n and earth to-day rejoice;
Men and angels, one in spirit,
Shout aloud in gleeful voice;
For, to those in darkness drear,
God in human flesh is near.

2 Cave and manger show the mystery;
Shepherds tell the wondrous tale;
Bearing gifts to lay before Him
From the east the Magi hail;
Taught by angel words to sing,
We unworthy praises bring.

3 Glory be to God eternal!
Peace on earth its reign begin!
For the one Desire of nations
Comes to save us from our sin;
Freedom He will now bestow
From the bondage of the foe.

Text Information
First Line: In the bliss of old predicted
Title: In The Bliss Of Old Predicted
Greek Title: Ὁ οὐρανὸς καὶ ἡ γῆ σήμερον προφητικῶς εὐφραινέσθωσαν
Translator: John Brownlie
Meter: 87.87.77
Language: English
Source: Tr.: Hymns of the Greek Church (Edinburgh: Oliphant, Anderson & Farrier, 1900)
Copyright: Public Domain
Tune Information
Name: VIGGO
Composer: Viggo Kalhauge, 1840-1905
Meter: 87.87.77
Key: G Major or modal
Copyright: Public Domain



Media
Adobe Acrobat image: PDF
MIDI file: Midi
Noteworthy Composer score: Noteworthy Composer Score

Suggestions or corrections? Contact us